Tamil Nadu Police arrest 443 criminals in two-day operation

The Tamil Nadu Police have arrested 443 accused persons involved in various crimes across the state. These arrests include individuals implicated in drug-related offences and violent crimes. As part of this action, the police have increased surveillance on habitual offenders.

During this operation, police personnel screened over 15,000 anti-social elements and thousands of vehicles. Consequently, 443 suspects were apprehended and produced before local courts, where they were remanded to judicial custody.

In a statement released on Tuesday, Director General of Police (DGP) and Head of Police Force Mahesh Kumar Agarwal stated that this two-day operation was planned decisively to curb criminal activities, dismantle drug distribution networks, and ensure complete public order.

Police teams across the state systematically tracked and screened 8,626 listed rowdies. During this process, 796 habitual offenders were placed under strict preventive surveillance. In this campaign, 1,624 drug offenders were tracked and screened, resulting in the custody of 77 individuals actively involved in the illegal sale of narcotics.

DGP Dr. Agarwal stated that to prevent retaliatory attacks and maintain public peace, the police have increased surveillance on 2,924 accused persons previously involved in murder and assault cases, including those recently released from prison. He added, "Due to this proactive surveillance, 163 new cases were registered and 167 violent criminals were arrested."

Drone patrolling was utilised to ensure the security of residential and commercial areas. The state police effectively used drones to curb public nuisances occurring in the open. Additionally, the activities of 1,057 criminals belonging to deep-rooted criminal syndicates were monitored and screened by the police.

Removing obstacles in the judicial process, law enforcement teams successfully executed 73 non-bailable warrants (NBWs) against absconding or non-cooperative criminals during this two-day operation.

Dr. Agarwal further stated, "Tamil Nadu Police reiterate its unwavering commitment to maintaining complete law and order, ensuring community peace, and protecting the citizens of the state. Such strict, proactive, and surprise operations will continue against any elements attempting to disrupt public peace."